Deputy Director: Planning and Reporting

Overview

Deputy Director: Planning and Reporting in Pretoria, requiring a diploma or degree in business management or public administration with 3-5 years' strategic planning experience.

Requirements

• 3-Year National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Development Studies / Public Administration / Public Management or equivalent qualification at NQF level 6/7 as recognised by SAQA. 3-5 years’ experience in strategic planning and reporting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office packages (MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Teams, MS Excel and Outlook, etc.).
• A valid driver’s licence.
• Generic Competencies: Planning and Organising, Coordination, Problem Solving & Decision Making, Project Management, People Management & Empowerment, Client Orientation & Customer Focus, Team Leadership, Diversity Management, Communication (Verbal & Written), Interpersonal Skills and Financial Management.
• Technical Competencies: In- depth knowledge and understanding: Legislation Governing Planning, Monitoring, and Reporting, Data Collection, Data Analysis and Report Writing, Research methodology, Strategic Planning and Reporting processes, Annual Operational Plan, Audit and risk action plans, Preparation of minutes for Quarterly Review meetings

Duties

• The successful candidate will perform the following duties: Facilitate the development of a Strategic Plan and an Annual Performance Plan.
• Coordinate and facilitate the development of the departmental Annual Operational Plan.
• Compile Quarterly Performance Reports.
• Coordinate and facilitate the development of an Annual Report.
• Compile strategic reports such as the Handover Report, Mid-Term Assessment Report, Strategic End-Term Report and departmental MTDP Progress Reports.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted electronically via email to: dcog17@tttrecruitment.co.za

Enquiries: Ms B Kgwete at 064 081 3357 For application enquiries contact: To the T Recruitment at 067 391 7387

Notes

Applicants are advised that a new application for employment (Z83) has been in effect since 1 January 2021. The new application for employment form can be downloaded at http://www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp. Applications submitted using the old Z83 form will not be accepted. Applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV, with specific starting and ending dates in all relevant positions and clarity on the levels and ranks pertaining to experience, as well as current remuneration package, as well as at least 2 contactable references. A recommended CV template is available on the department’s website on www.cogta.gov.za, click on the jobs tab. Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified documents/ copies on or before the interviews. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Incomplete applications or applications received after the closing date will not be considered. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. All shortlisted candidates for SMS position will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessment to assess cognitive capability, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. Core competencies: Strategic capacity and leadership. People management and empowerment. Advanced programme and project management. Change management. Financial management. Process Competencies: Knowledge management. Service Delivery Innovation. Advanced problem-solving and analysis. Client orientation and customer focus. Advanced communication skills (written and verbal). The successful candidate will be appointed to positive results of a pre-employment screening process which includes criminal, credit, citizenship checks and verification of educational qualification certificates. The successful candidate will be appointed to probation for a period of 12 months and will be required to sign a performance agreement. It is important to note that it is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that all information and attachments in support of the application are submitted by the due date. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three months of the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. The Department reserves the right to make an appointment. The requirements for appointment at Senior Management Service level include the successful completion of Senior Management Pre-entry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government, which can be accessed using the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Candidates must provide proof of successful completion of the course prior to appointment. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. OTHER POSTS